
Kirk Fenton News
27th June 2025
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Dear Parents and Carers,
You think one week is busy and then along comes the next!
Sadly Miss Jones will be leaving us this summer to go on her adventures. We will miss her but as a former pupil of the school, we are looking forward to seeing her fly! We are currently advertising for a Teaching Assistant so send anyone suitable our way.
Due to Mrs Poskitt successfully securing the Year 1 post at Kirk Fenton for September, we are currently advertising for a full time HLTA. If you know anyone, please point them in our direction!
Mrs Mayhew will also be leaving us at the end of the term - she has managed to secure a permanent post closer to home and although her time with us has been short, we have loved her sweet nature and kindness to all. She will be missed. We have appointed Miss Stanton and Mr Geake who will be joining us for the transition days. More information about classes and teachers will be sent out on Tuesday evening.
I was in two minds about going ahead with Den Day — it’s such a busy time of year, and I’m always mindful of the extra demands on staff as they write reports and prepare for transition days. But I’m so glad we did!
The smiles on the children’s faces on Wednesday afternoon said it all. The energy, teamwork, and creativity on display were wonderful to see. Both children and adults thoroughly enjoyed the chance to problem solve, build, and have fun together.
It was a fantastic afternoon — and one we’ll definitely be repeating next year!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Mel Walmsley
Headteacher
Attendance
This week's attendance is 95.19%.
Good Work Awards
This week's certificates were awarded to the following children:
Goodall - Lola and Isla
Shackleton - Alfie P and Nancy
Wright Brothers - Jessica and Evie
Carson - Scarlett and Charlotte
Newton - Daniel and Max
Muir - Teddy and Esme
Johnson - Clara C and Oscar
Curie - Bella and Harrison
Hot Chocolate Friday
Well done to the following who earned the hot chocolate award:
Goodall - Imogen
Shackleton - Sofia
Wright Brothers - Oliver K
Carson - Theo H
Newton - Ziggy
Muir - Charlie
Johnson - Finlay
Curie - Milo M
Message from Head Pupils
We’ve had another fantastic week in school. On Monday OPAL was launched on the playground. All the children have loved dressing up, digging in the digging area and cooking in the mud kitchen. Thank you to all the parents who came and donated materials for OPAL on Wednesday. On Thursday two teams from year 4 and 6 went to Sherburn Hungate to compete in a football tournament. Both teams did really well. Thank you for all the chocolate donations for the summer fair next week. Have a great weekend.
Head pupil awards go to Effie (Y4) and Jareign (YR)
Bella and Ollie
Headteacher Award
Well done to Ted (Y1) who is the recipient of the Headteacher award this week.
Our Rockstars of the Week are Martha C, Tom O, Howie G, Clara RS, Bea O, Joe E, Zion P, Aidan H and Oliver G
Winning Team
Cloakroom Award
Well done to Goodall class for having the tidiest cloakroom this week.
Sports Day
Tuesday 1st July:
KS2: 9.45am - 11.45am - Church Fenton Cricket Club
EY & KS1: 1.30pm - 3.00pm - School Field
Summer Fair
Friday 4th July, 3-5pm
Music Performances for Parents
Y5/6: Tuesday 8th July, 2.15pm
Y3/4: Wednesday 9th July, 2.15pm
School Discos
Wednesday 9th July - details to follow (please note date change)
Year 5/6 Production
Tuesday 15th July, 1.30pm
Wednesday 16th July, 6pm
Year 6 Leavers' Lunch
Wednesday 16th July - all day breakfast with chocolate brownie for dessert
Last Day of the School Year
Friday 18th July
Staff Thank You's
If anyone would like to say thank you to or has any positive comments for a member of staff then please complete and submit the form below.
Upcoming events
Friday 4th July – Summer Fair
Wednesday 9th July– School Disco
We’ll keep you updated on what’s happening and how to get involved, watch this space! Make sure to give us a follow on Facebook.
Here’s to a fantastic year of fun and fundraising.
The Friends of Kirk Fenton Team
Registered charity no: 1154660
STAR MAT Vacancies
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